The Reel Addicts Podcast

The fifth and final film of July: 90s Summer Blockbusters is a Matt pick and absolute staple of the big-budget Hollywood action/comedy genre, Michael Bay's 1996 sensation, The Rock. Join the fellas alongside their guest, The Rock's number one super-fan and Los Angeles' own, Miss Jacey Stamler, as they run through the film at a pace more breakneck than the government trying to prevent a domestic VX...

Jonathan closes out his picks for the month with James Cameron's 1991 action banger and cinematic classic Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Matt and Jonathan invite entrepreneur/filmmaker Jamel Mosely along for the ride as they chat about special FX, the need for celebrity Olympics, and how eerie it is to rewatch T2 during the current rise of artificial intelligence. Directed by James Cameron Written by...

The month continues in the wayback machine with the 1997 crowdpleaser The Fifth Element. This time around Jonathan and Matt are joined by actress Candace Janee to discuss the works of Luc Besson, the versatility of Gary Oldman, and how criminally underrated Milla Jovovich is as an actor. The group also takes a trip over into a parallel universe to see what it would have been like if Prince played...

It's time to dive DEEP into the 1994 blockbuster classic, James Cameron's, True Lies. The fellas are joined by actor Jon Snow (no relation) to tackle all things Arnold, Jamie Lee, and beyond. Set stories, near-death stunt tales, and loose plot thread pulling all abound in this can't-miss episode of The Reel Addicts Podcast. Enjoy! Directed by James Cameron Written by James Cameron, Claude Zidi, an...

Buckle up! Things are about to go off the rails! Kicking off a month-long theme of 90's Summer Blockbusters, Matt and Jonathan chat with stuntman extraordinaire Danny Schoch to discuss one of their favorite action films "The Fugitive". The trio dive off the dam and plunge deep into the two lead performances, behind-the-scenes lure, action sequences, and debate Richard Kimble's prison sentence. Dir...

School is OUT for Bella Baxter! Join us for the final film of June, a Matt pick (and damn near consensus choice amongst the three of us for "Favorite Film of 2023"), Yorgos Lanthimos' surrealist masterpiece, Poor Things. The fellas team up with post-production stalwart and cinephile extraordinaire, Lindsey Mutert, to dive deep into the madness, the beauty, and the SEX in this spectacular story. Th...

Grab some popcorn as well as a box of tissues and get ready to dive into the world of Indian cinema with us on the latest episode of The Reel Addicts Podcast. We’re excited to have Anisha Jhaveri back to join Matt and Jonathan for a thoughtful exploration of the 2010 film, Udaan. From talking about the Parallel Film Movement to dissecting intricate family dynamics, and reflecting on the pains of c...

"The extreme always seems to make an impression!" Join Matt & Jonathan along with their fantastic guest, Lauren Burchett, as they plunge the depths of 80s comedic darkness with the 1988 classic, Heathers. Societal commentary, scathing satire, and humor that'll make you shudder and cackle in the same breath are all under the microscope in this nothing-is-sacred time capsule of Reagan-era high s...

Grab your bus pass, folks, because this classic 1988 Italian film is about to take us all to school. Jonathan and Matt are joined by guest Scott Peterson as they discuss foreign films, the music of Ennio Morricone, and share precious childhood memories that were long forgotten until this film unlocked them for the bunch. Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore Written by Giuseppe Tornatore Starring Philipp...

For the final selection of Mother's Day May, Matt goes dark with his pick for "Mom of the Century" - Lenny Abrahamson's 2015 film, Room. Matt and Jonathan dissect this look at the horrors of our world, parenting, and survival thanks to a screenplay chalk full of rich source material written by the mastermind behind the sensational novel of the same name (Room), Emma Donoghue. This one gets deep, s...

It's a celebration of Pure Imagination as the fellas are joined by a special guest, writer/director Nicholas C. Pappas, for a celebration of the Mother's Day May Jonathan pick, Paul King's 2023 reimagining of Wonka! You'll laugh (with us or at us), you'lI cry (or at least get choked up), at times you might just sigh (dad jokes). This one's as fun as a chocolate factory - no spoilers - so join us f...

In a VERY special Mother's Day episode, Matt and Jonathan are joined by Matt's Mom, Diane Warren, to celebrate, break down, and dive head-first into her favorite film and one of the greatest comedies of all-time, the 1987 Norman Jewison classic, Moonstruck. All three take turns throwing out their takes on male/female societal roles (both in and out of the film), dissecting the differences and simi...

It's not TV. It's HBO. The Reel Addicts kick off the theme of Mother's Day, and the month of May, with 2010's Temple Grandin. (Available to stream on MAX.) Join two cinematic geeks as they discuss neurodivergence, the politics of the entertainment industry, why bio-pics mostly suck, their fondness for animals, and the longevity of their relationship with Claire Danes (as fans!). Directed by Mick J...

For the final pick of our April theme, April Showers, we celebrate the crossroads between the rainfall and sunshine of the human soul with the 1950 masterpiece from the legendary Akira Kurosawa, RASHOMON. (Available to stream on MAX.) You won't want to miss this conversational rollercoaster that traverses the landscape from the impossibility of truth, to whether or not we all taste the same thing...

April Showers continues with the 2001 Oscar-nominated Indian film Lagaan. Jonathan and Matt are joined by their first guest, Anisha Jhaveri, to discuss the nuances of Bollywood, the controversy of long running times, and argue about many other things. Don't miss the heated debates of this episode, Folks! And, as always, thank you for your listenership! Opening and Closing Music Memory Stain 2023 -...

April Showers continue with a Matt-favorite, David Fincher's 1995 shocker, Se7en. The fellas break down scenes, characters, hypothetical situations that make them both seem more courageous than they actually are, and much, much more. Come play in the rain and explore the dark side of April! Opening and Closing Music Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allen https://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/ ht...

Our month of April Showers continues with Paul Thomas Anderson's 1999 classic MAGNOLIA! Jump in as Matt and Jonathan embrace their film nerdiness to talk about camera work, music, performances, defend their favorite frogs, and dissect the themes of misogyny as well as generational trauma in the movie. Opening and Closing Music Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allen https://freesound.org/people/audi...

This month we celebrate April Showers with five films that bring the rain! We kick things off with a Matt pick, 1994's masterpiece memorialization of the late, great Brandon Lee: Alex Proyas', THE CROW. Love, revenge, childhood nostalgia, and more - come join us for the ride! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March comes to an end and The Reel Drunks theme closes out with Jonathan's pick, Flight , the Denzel Washington starrer from 2012. Matt & Jonathan lock horns over the quality of the filmmaking and the writing, besmirch each other's taste in film, discuss portrayals of addiction, and bring attention to one of the greatest crimes in cinematic history: How one legendary actor in particular has ne...

As the fellas keep on cookin' with their March theme, The Reel Drunks, Matt celebrates a belated St. Paddy's Day with his final pick of the month, the 1982 Boston classic, Sidney Lumet's, The Verdict. Learn about the five stages of drunkenness, when meeting women in a bar can be too good to be true, why Jonathan rents minivans when he travels, and so much more, this week on The Reel Addicts! Openi...

The Reel Drunks theme continues with a Jonathan-pick, 1987’s darkly comedic "Withnail & I". Matt & Jonathan grab their umbrellas and take a trip back to dreary 1960’s London to exchange chicken recipes, talk about friendship, addiction, dirty dishes, and the best use of Jimi Hendrix songs. As always, enjoy, subscribe, and share! Opening and Closing Music Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F All...

Welcome to March 2024, where we'll be celebrating The Reel Drunks of film. We kick things off with a Matt pick, the great-granddaddy of college high-jinx, John Landis' 1978 classic, National Lampoons Animal House. Enjoy! Opening and Closing Music: Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allen https://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/ https://soundclick.com/AuDioChosisStevenFAllenAuDioMiRage Hosted on Acas...

Black History Month closes out with a Jonathan-pick, the ambitious The Hate U Give from 2018. Matt & Jonathan talk about how the film relates to the other entries from the month, discussing the way that this film educates without preaching, as well as provokes thought and emotion without stooping to melodrama. As always, enjoy, subscribe, and share! Opening and closing theme: Memory Stain 2023...

Matt's final pick of Black History Month is the Hughes Brothers 1993 hard-hitting feature debut, Menace II Society. This cold, raw, calculating film takes a long hard look at generational trauma and systematic oppression using a nearly thirty-year span in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles. Opening and closing theme: Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allen https://freesound.org/people/audiomirage...

Black History Month continues with a Jonathan-pick, the continuation of the Rocky universe, 2015's, Creed. Matt & Jonathan dissect the seemingly straightforward rebranding of an iconic sports franchise in an effort to reveal not only a work with extreme depth, but also one deserving of far more critical recognition and praise. As always, enjoy, subscribe, and share! Opening and closing theme:...